"Community Access Clinical Veterinarian"

Community Access Clinical Veterinarian

Company:
North Carolina State University

Job Location:
Raleigh, North Carolina

Category:
Veterinary Services

Type:
Full-Time

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Location: Raleigh, NC

Essential Job Duties:
Are you passionate about breaking down barriers to veterinary care? We are seeking a dedicated Clinical Veterinarian to lead our mobile outreach initiative. This role is designed for a clinician who thrives on variety, enjoys community engagement, and is committed to providing high-quality primary care to underserved populations.

The Mission

As part of our Community Access team, you will bring the clinic to the client. Operating out of a state-of-the-art mobile unit, you will travel to regional areas where veterinary services are limited, ensuring that every pet-regardless of geography-has access to essential medical care.

Key Responsibilities

• Primary Care Delivery: Provide comprehensive wellness exams, vaccinations, and parasite prevention (anthelmintics and heartworm) for small animals, primarily dogs and cats.
• Clinical Management: Diagnose and treat patients presenting with a wide range of acute and chronic clinical illnesses.
• Advanced Diagnostics: Utilize on-site technology to guide medical decisions, including point-of-care bloodwork, ultrasonography, and digital radiography.
• Community Engagement: Act as a face of the organization in regional underserved areas, building trust with pet owners and providing education on preventative health.

What We're Looking For

• Adaptability: Comfortable working in a mobile environment and traveling to different regional locations.
• Clinical Proficiency: Strong skills in internal medicine, preventative care, and diagnostic interpretation.
• Compassion: A genuine desire to serve varied communities and improve the lives of pets and their people.
• DVM/VMD Degree: Must be licensed (or eligible for licensure) in the state of practice.

Other Work/Responsibilities:

• Intermittent spay neuter is also anticipated based on the demand of the primary care practice areas and can be accomplished with the use of a mobile hospital owned and maintained by the Veterinary Hospital.

Minimum Experience/Education:

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM), or equivalent

Required Qualifications:

• Strong skills in internal medicine, preventative care, and diagnostic interpretation
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

Preferred Qualifications:

• DVM, and at least 1-3 years of experience with a primary care or community care veterinary program
• Small animal primary care/ spectrum of care veterinary skills aligned with shelters and veterinary clinics in central North Carolina

Required License or Certification:

• Eligibility for veterinary licensure (or faculty certificate - for those from non-AVMA approved veterinary colleges) in the State of NC
• NC Drivers License within 30 days of hire